Funder

EPSRC: Surgical robot challenge

Added date

21/12/2023

Closing date

22/03/2024

Call summary

The UK Robotics and Autonomous Systems Network and the Hamlyn Centre at Imperial College London invite entries for their surgical robot challenge. This recognises innovative new ideas in surgical robotics across a range of surgical robot platforms. There is no special focus – the funders are looking for any entries that demonstrate innovation, application and design in how robots can improve procedures leading to quicker recovery, smaller scars, less blood loss, less pain, earlier return to work and less stay in hospital.

Scientific scope

Biomedical Engineering; Robotics; Surgery & Intensive Care

PI eligibility

Country of applicant institution Unrestricted Nationality of researcher Unspecified Applicant type Career stages Early Career and Emerging in Field; Mid-Career to Established in Field Eligibility Note Research groups around the world may apply.